Thank you for visiting the "Focus on Practice" page devoted to Classroom Management !

Classroom Managment is one of the most challenging parts of the job for both new and experienced teachers. This page will offer an exploration of how educators can create successful learning environments in sometimes difficult situations.

The links found below will take you to different research, articles and resources that can provide you with ideas and assist you with classroom management.


  1. Book Resource Link: The First Day of School - How to be an Effective Teacher
  2. Website that contains multiple links to Classroom Managment strategies: The Teacher's Guide to Classroom Management
  3. Article: Classroom Management - This website has an excellent chart that lists classroom management issues and possible solutions to try.
  4. Forms : This link connects you to a page with several management templates that can be adapted to provide you with forms to use as part of your classroom management protocol.
  5. The website www.teachingchannel.org has some insightful videos on classroom management techniques. Check out this video:

    New Teacher Survival Guide: Classroom Management

Lesson Objective

See the change as a new teacher tries out 7 classroom management tips
  • Questions to Consider

    • How do students react when Ms. V redirects them with a whisper?
    • Do you see a difference when she tries positive narration?
    • What advice would you give Ms. V to continue improving her practice?

6. This video demonstrated the use of attention getting signals in the classroom:

Using Attention Getting Signals



Link up for: Education Week Spotlight on Classroom Management

Classroom management is often one of the most challenging parts of the job for new teachers. This “Spotlight” explores how educators can create successful learning environments in sometimes difficult situations.

Follow this Link to a helpful article titled, "20 Tips for Creating a Safe Learning Environment"